A hit-and-run suspect was arrested Friday at 216 S. South Railroad St. in Kendall, according to Kendall Marshal Rich Laxton. The Kendall Marshal’s Office and the Norwalk-Wilton Police Department assisted the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department in locating Matthew J....
Kendall rejects variance for former St. John’s property
By SARAH PARKER | County Line Managing Editor Kendall Village Board members unanimously agreed at their Monday meeting to deny a variance request, rejecting Mauston resident Glen Ekern's proposal to move a shed to the former St. John's Lutheran Church property at 117...
Brookwood’s Brieske named Green Bay Packers Coach of the Week
Doug Brieske of Brookwood High School has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week, the organization announced Wednesday. Brieske, in his 10th season as head coach and 11th with the Brookwood program, led the Falcons to a 27–7 victory over Iowa-Grant...
Speaker’s Task Force on Rural Schools will be at Royall
The Speaker’s Task Force on Rural Schools will hold its second public hearing in the Royall Intermediate School commons from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6. The task force, chaired by Rep. Rob Swearingen (R-Rhinelander), is looking for solutions to...
DA Dan Cary has died
Monroe County District Attorney Dan Cary has died, according to a press release prepared by the district attorney's office. He died at his home in Sparta. An investigation is ongoing, though no foul play is suspected. More information will be released at a later time,...
Vernon County Sheriff’s Department seeking tips on mailbox damage in La Farge, Ontario area
The Vernon County Sheriff's Department is seeking information on widespread mailbox damage that occurred last night in the Ontario and La Farge area. Multiple mailboxes were damaged in rural areas southwest and southeast of Ontario and into Monroe County. Those who...
Counterfeit bills being passed in Norwalk, Ontario, Sparta and Elroy
Counterfeit $20 bills have been in circulation the past few days in Ontario, Norwalk, Elroy and Sparta, according to Ontario Police Chief Matt Hoskins. The serial numbers on the fake bills passed at Ontario and Norwalk businesses match those generated in an Elroy...
N-O-W levy to drop slightly
By COURTNEY DOWNING | County Line Reporter Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton School District residents and board members met Monday for the budget hearing and annual meeting. This year's local tax levy will be $1,854,292, a decrease of 1.07 percent from the 2012-2013 figure, and...
Norwalk Community Thanksgiving Dinner is Nov. 10
The 16th annual Norwalk Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be from 4-6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, at the Norwalk Community Center. The public is invited to the free event. Turkey, dressing and cranberries will be provided, but attendees may bring vegetables, salads, pies...
Royall School Board debates proposed referendum, raises
By SARAH PARKER | County Line Managing Editor Though the Royall School Board considered facets of proposed pay raises and a 2014 referendum at its meeting Monday, it postponed making final decisions on either matter. From board member Doug Waterman's viewpoint, the...
